The BioEnterics Intragastric Balloon (BIB): how to use it.

Obes Surg

Service de Chirurgie Abdominale, Les Cliniques Saint Joseph, Liège, Belgium.

Published: August 2001

Background: The authors have been using the new saline-filled BioEnterics intragastric balloon (BIB) since 1995.

Methods: By now, more than 650 BIBs have been implanted on our Unit.

Results: Because of close collaboration between the engineers and the users, and after several modifications, an easy-to-use balloon is available. In addition, we have developed 3 instruments which provide easy and quick removal of the BIB.

Conclusion: The device, supported by a competent motivated team, is another modality available for weight loss.

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